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dfusion We innovate science-driven solutions to advance health and well-being. We are interested in a broad span of possibilities.

Science-Driven Behavioral Health Solutions

dfusion and its partners develop, test, evaluate, scale, and disseminate innovative solutions in the health and education arenas. We also offer consultation services and provide professional development opportunities to the field. We put the Diffusion of Innovation model to work in new and practical ways, building our capacity to expand implementation of both promising and proven interventions. Through our projects, dfusion examines and promotes the steps necessary to adopt healthier behaviors and identifies effective strategies to support every stage of the adoption process. We bring particular focus to health, risk and protective factors affecting youth development, economic opportunity, and technology learning and career paths.

Science in action.Our CEO Tamara Kuhn reminds us why we do what we do: bridging the gap between research and real-world ...
02/19/2026

Science in action.
Our CEO Tamara Kuhn reminds us why we do what we do: bridging the gap between research and real-world impact.
At dfusion, we're turning evidence-based science into technology that transforms lives—from s*xual health education to environmental literacy through our STEMPlay Labs game-based learning.

Because science isn't meant to sit on a shelf. It's meant to create change.

Disco Dragons are crushing it! 🐉🎮Middle school math just got a major upgrade. Fantasy Sports Math League turns problem-s...
02/18/2026

Disco Dragons are crushing it! 🐉🎮
Middle school math just got a major upgrade. Fantasy Sports Math League turns problem-solving into team competition—and students are here for it.
When math meets fantasy sports, magic happens:
✨ Students solve real problems to advance their teams
📊 Data visualization becomes second nature
🏆 Every equation earns points for their squad
🎯 Teachers get instant insights into student understanding

From computational errors to conceptual breakthroughs, FSML tracks it all while keeping students engaged and motivated.
Because math shouldn't be boring. It should be strategic, competitive, and connected to the real world.

Ready to level up your STEM classroom? Link in bio 👆

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"We don't guess what works—we run randomized controlled trials."Our CEO Tamara Kuhn reveals the rigorous science behind ...
02/11/2026

"We don't guess what works—we run randomized controlled trials."Our CEO Tamara Kuhn reveals the rigorous science behind STEMPlay Labs and why game-based learning demanded its own dedicated division within dfusion.After 30+ NIH-funded studies, Tamara has lived by one principle: research should create tangible impact, not collect dust in journals. Now she's applying that same scientific rigor to prove play-based learning isn't a luxury—it's essential.The transformation she's witnessed? Students who'd been labeled "not math people" discovering they can analyze NFL statistics and calculate probabilities with confidence. That's not just improved performance—that's fundamentally changed identity.With only 28% of 8th graders proficient in math, we're facing a crisis that demands more than traditional approaches. Tamara explains how decades of behavioral health research translates into games that actually work.Read her full story: [LINK]

HALFTIME HOMEWORK? MAKE IT AWESOME! 🌟While fans gear up for the big game, get your students excited about STEAM with our...
02/06/2026

HALFTIME HOMEWORK? MAKE IT AWESOME! 🌟
While fans gear up for the big game, get your students excited about STEAM with our Football Math Extension Activities!
📲 Available NOW on TeachersPayTeachers
🎯 Instant digital download
⚡️ Ready to use immediately
🏆 Student-tested, teacher-approved
Don't fumble this opportunity to make learning as exciting as the Super Bowl!
Link in bio ➡️

S*x ed has been teaching 21st century skills this whole time. We just haven't been talking about it that way. 👀Think abo...
02/06/2026

S*x ed has been teaching 21st century skills this whole time. We just haven't been talking about it that way. 👀
Think about it:
When students practice setting boundaries → That's social-emotional learning
When they analyze media messages about relationships → That's critical thinking
When they plan for their future goals → That's career readiness
When they develop communication skills → That's what every employer says they need
The evidence-based content has always been solid. But the conversation around s*x ed got stuck in deficit-based language while the rest of K-12 moved on to competency frameworks.
So what happens when we update how we talk about it?
✨ Administrators see how it connects to school priorities
✨ Students recognize the transferable skills they're building
✨ Communities understand this is youth development, not just risk reduction
Our latest blog explores this shift—from why it matters to exactly how to do it.
Because when we position s*xual health education using the frameworks schools already value, we make it impossible to ignore.
Full post at link in bio 💙
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GAME DAY = LEARNING DAY! 🎓Get your students hyped for the Super Bowl while tackling STEAM concepts! Our Fantasy Sports M...
02/04/2026

GAME DAY = LEARNING DAY! 🎓Get your students hyped for the Super Bowl while tackling STEAM concepts! Our Fantasy Sports Math League Extension Activities bring the excitement of football into your classroom with hands-on challenges that score big on engagement.📊 Stats analysis • 🧮 Math operations • 🎯 Strategy building • 📈 Data visualizationTouch down on our TeachersPayTeachers store and grab these playoff-ready resources!Link in bio 👆

S*x education uses evidence-based methods. It develops critical life skills. It supports youth development.So why are we...
01/28/2026

S*x education uses evidence-based methods. It develops critical life skills. It supports youth development.
So why are we still talking about it like it's 1995? 🤔
Our new blog post breaks down how to reframe s*xual health education using the same 21st century skills framework that drives everything else in K-12.
Spoiler: We're not changing the proven interventions. We're just speaking the language schools already value.
Swipe to learn more, then head to the link in bio for the full post ➡️
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🎄✨ Happy Holidays from the dfusion family! ✨🎄As we wrap up 2025, we're grateful for our incredible community of educator...
12/23/2025

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from the dfusion family! ✨🎄

As we wrap up 2025, we're grateful for our incredible community of educators, learners, and innovators who've joined us on this journey of meaningful skill development and technology-driven learning.

From all of us at dfusion, wishing you a season filled with joy, connection, and moments that matter. 💫
Here's to a new year full of growth, discovery, and positive impact! 🚀

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Bay Area pride meets math education this Week 17!When the 49ers take on the Bears, students using Fantasy Sports Math La...
12/22/2025

Bay Area pride meets math education this Week 17!
When the 49ers take on the Bears, students using Fantasy Sports Math Lab aren't just cheering for their team—they're building critical math skills that prevent winter slide.

Here's the math learning behind the matchup:
Compare offensive statistics: 49ers vs Bears scoring averages
Analyze historical performance data between NFC powerhouses
Calculate win probability based on season statistics
Graph defensive performance trends throughout the season
Determine playoff implications using percentages and scenarios

From our Bay Area home at dfusion to classrooms across the country, we're proving that football and math make the perfect team.
While your students root for the red and gold, they're also strengthening the skills they need for academic gold stars.

Go Niners! Go Math Skills! No Winter Slide!

Holiday gatherings coming up?If navigating small talk with relatives, coworkers, or party guests feels overwhelming, you...
12/15/2025

Holiday gatherings coming up?
If navigating small talk with relatives, coworkers, or party guests feels overwhelming, you're not alone.
Our resource breaks down the different functions of small talk into bite-sized, practical skills you can actually use. Learn how to:

Start conversations without the pressure
Keep discussions flowing naturally
Exit gracefully when you need a break
Navigate neurotypical social expectations with confidence

No more dreading the "So, what have you been up to?" questions at holiday events.

This resource was adapted from our SkillFlix for Autistic Young Adult series.

12/04/2025

The secret to making math engaging? You never see it.
That's the power of great UX design in educational technology.
Watch to see how transformed Fantasy Sports Math League—our game-based math platform that makes students WANT to practice equations.

The Magic:
Synchronous scrolling across 18 weeks of data
Visual hierarchy that guides without overwhelming
Micro-interactions that feel natural
Design so smooth, students don't even notice it's working

Why This Matters:
When educational technology is designed with students at the center, learning transforms from a chore into an experience they choose.
Watch the full behind-the-scenes interview (link in bio) to discover:

The complete draft interface redesign
How we solved major UX challenges
Why ed tech design is different from everything else
Technical innovations that feel effortless

To see the full interview
https://youtu.be/dN9Uorj6I8M

Created by: STEMPlay Labs, dfusion's game-based learning division

Tag someone who:
Teaches math
Designs educational technology
Believes learning should be engaging
Builds products for students

Are your students counting down to winter break AND the NFL playoffs? Turn that football excitement into math learning!W...
12/03/2025

Are your students counting down to winter break AND the NFL playoffs? Turn that football excitement into math learning!
Winter slide is a real problem—students can lose weeks of math progress during winter break. But Fantasy Sports Math Lab has found the solution: combine what students love (football!) with what they need to learn (math!).
How FSML uses December NFL games to prevent winter slide:

Students analyze real player stats from late December matchups
They calculate probabilities for playoff scenarios
They create graphs and charts tracking team performance
They use percentages, ratios, and data analysis—all while following their favorite NFL teams

Instead of forgetting fractions and fumbling with percentages, students stay sharp by engaging with real sports data from the games they're already watching.

Late December NFL Schedule = Perfect Learning Opportunity:
Week 16 & 17 feature crucial division games, playoff implications, and high-stakes matchups that make the math real and relevant.

Your student thinks they're just following football. You know they're preventing winter slide and building critical math skills.
That's the power of Fantasy Sports Math Lab—where every touchdown is a learning opportunity.

Keep your students in the game this winter break!

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